UPDATE: The truck was driven by William Stacy of Whittemore, Iowa. Stacy thought that he could make it under a bridge but his trailer was too large. He stated that he did not see the 13 foot clearance sign at the south side of the bridge. The truck was carrying Soda Ash to be delivered to …read more.

It’s been nearly a month since I’ve written a picks article. So, the important questions need to be asked up front. How have you survived, Kosciusko!? I was not there for you during the first two rounds of the NFL playoffs. I was not there when you needed me most for the Golden Globes picks, …read more.

MIDDLEBURY – The Northridge High School Natatorium was rocking Thursday night as swimmers from around the Northern Lakes Conference gathered for the prelims of the 2015 Girls NLC Championships. Local squads Warsaw and Wawasee participated in the evening’s events and both left feeling good after solid showings in the prelims. “Honestly, I thought everyone had …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to either list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw Performing Arts Center Simon and Garfunkel Retrospective – 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18. Tickets range from $15-$30. The Downtown Otitis Media – 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16 …read more.

Florine Coffel, 99, formerly of Pennville, passed away Jan. 12, 2015, at Rawlins House Health and Living Center, Pendleton. She was born Sept. 24, 1915, in Berne, to Jacob and Miriam Sprunger Felber. She was a church organist for over 60 years, playing for Bluffton Evangelical Reformed Church, Pennville United Methodist Church, First Presbyterian Church …read more.

By TERRI KEIM Administrative Assistant, City of Warsaw Department of Public Works In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, city offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19. Monday’s trash route will be picked up Tuesday, Jan. 20. All other routes will remain the same. As the winter season continues, we would like to remind …read more.

By KIM NANCE Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice, Inc. Jennifer Riley was recently promoted to Director of Hospice at Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice, Inc. Riley received her Bachelor of Social Work from Taylor University and her Master’s of Social Work from Indiana University. She has worked at KHCH for nine years. Throughout her time …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Kosciusko Community Hospital v. Sylvia Aguirre, Warsaw, $1,287.48 Jon H. Angel, North Webster, $867.11 Darrell E. Carr, Warsaw, $1,937.61 Carl E. Clevenger, Leesburg, $534.09 Joy S. Fernandez, …read more.

By LORI ROE Vice President Alpha Lambda Chapter, Tri Kappa The Alpha Lambda chapter of Tri Kappa in Warsaw, is currently accepting applications for Tri Kappa Academic and Key Scholarships. The Academic Scholarship is a competitive scholarship worth $1,000. To be eligible, applicants must be enrolled at an accredited college offering a baccalaureate or graduate …read more.

Warsaw Fire Department has just been called to the 1300 block of Greenhill Drive in Warsaw for a residential fire. Reports indicate all occupants are out of the residence. Winona Lake Fire Department has been called to assist. As of 1:45 p.m. the fire is reportedly under control, and no injuries were reported. Warsaw Police …read more.

By KELSEY MYERS Business Development Specialist, Kosciusko Community Hospital Kosciusko Community Hospital recently recognized 2014 employees and physician of the year. Awardees received top honors for outstanding care provided to patients. They were nominated and selected by their peer group. Terri Landrum was awarded non-clinical manager of the year. Landrum’s peers report that they always …read more.

MIDDLEBURY – A sort of order was restored to the Northern Lakes Conference girls swimming world this season. At least in terms of tradition. After Wawasee shook up the conference in 2014 with its first title in almost two decades, Northridge reloaded with a very strong freshman class and took back what its claimed for …read more.

Wilma S. Fisher Stoeckel, 89, of Warsaw, and formerly of Calumet City Ill., passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 9, 2015. She was the beloved wife of the late James Fisher, Sr. and the loving mother of Anna (Charles) Kruse, the late Joyce (Rodd) Rasmussen, Catherine (Sam Gladstein) Fisher and James (Nancy) Fisher, Jr.  She was …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accident: 7:09 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, North SR 13, north of East CR 900N, North Webster. Driver: Mark J. Wilhelm, 61, EMS B6A Lane, Leesburg. Hit deer. Damage up to $2,500. Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department investigated the following accidents: 11:30 a.m. …read more.

ELKHART – Warsaw girls basketball coach Michelle Harter admitted that she had not thought much about notching her 100th win. It was obvious though that her team had given the milestone moment plenty of thought Wednesday night. The Tigers, after rallying for a thrilling 45-44 Northern Lakes Conference win in overtime at Elkhart Memorial, presented …read more.

ELKHART –  Pam Miller wanted be at the line with the game on the line Wednesday night. The Warsaw senior stepped up and made the most of the moment too. Miller calmly drained two free throws with 5.5 second to play in overtime to lift the Tigers to a huge 45-44 win at Elkhart Memorial. The …read more.

Energy Star’s 2014 list of small cities with the highest number of Energy Star certified buildings had three northern Indiana towns within the top 10. Elkhart and Warsaw were among a few towns that tied for eighth place with six Energy Star certified buildings, while Plymouth made the list at the 10th place spot with …read more.

By HOLLY SWOVERLAND K21 Health Foundation K21 Health Foundation would like to announce the implementation of an online application process. Beginning with the Sunday, Feb. 1 grant cycle, applicants will be apple to submit the entire K21 grant application online. This change is effective immediately on the K21 website. Applications in both online and paper …read more.

By DAVE TEMPLE Director of Marketing, Nextremity Solutions Nextremity Solutions, Inc., Warsaw, has announced that its board of directors has named Nick A. Deeter to serve as the company’s chief executive officer and chairman of the board of directors. Deeter brings more than 30 years of business leadership and health care industry experience, starting his …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:43 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2500 block Walton Blvd., Warsaw. Wal-Mart reported theft of three pullovers, belted jeans, panties and yoga pants. Value: $55.60.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools In August of 2012, the Warsaw Community School Corporation completed a facility study to evaluate WCS buildings and develop a plan that would address the needs of the community while remaining focused on the academic achievement of students. This planning process incorporated wide-ranging community involvement with …read more.

ELKHART – The Warsaw boys basketball team will not get any style points for its performance Tuesday night. What the Tigers will get though is another win to add to their impressive streak. Warsaw, ranked No. 11 in the AP Class 4-A poll, shook off a slow start to handle host Elkhart Central 46-39 at …read more.

KENDALLVILLE – Warsaw opened its 2015 gymnastics season Tuesday night, but were not able to keep pace with host East Noble. The Knights took first in every category in handing Warsaw a 98.35-89 defeat. Warsaw program newcomer Jazzmine Brown, a transfer from Tippecanoe Valley, paced Warsaw in tying for first on beam, taking second on …read more.

This week’s Pets of the Week come from the Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County. Macie is a spayed, 1 1/2-year-old, female Boxer/Terrier Dog mix. She has a beautiful, black and orange brindle wire-haired coat. Macie has outgoing personality and will make a great companion. She is an energetic, loving lady that would do best being …read more.

By AMANDA PETRUCELLI Ancilla College Ancilla College has announced its fall 2014 Dean’s List and Honor’s List recipients. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must earn a 3.5 grade point average or above and carry at least 12 credit hours during the semester. Those eligible for the Academic Honors List must have a …read more.

At approximately 12:30 p.m. today officials responded to a possible meth lab located in a home on Old SR 15, south of Milford. Milford Town Marshall Rich Miotto responded to the scene along with officers from the Kosciusko County Sheriff Department and an officer from the Kosciusko County Drug Task Force. Officers spoke to several …read more.

  Warsaw Plan Commission will be tackling issues in 2015 according to Jeremy Skinner, city planner. Skinner briefly noted those issues during Monday evening’s commission meeting. Just as important as those issues being tackled first, Skinner stated an ordinance regarding sexually oriented businesses will be looked at. “We will look at the existing ordinance we …read more.

The Greater Warsaw Ministerial Association has kicked off it Annual Membership Campaign for 2015. According to the GWMA’s Ken Locke, “The group meets monthly as well as to plan special events to bring the faith community together to worship and serve in the Warsaw area in the name of Jesus Christ.” GWMA also maintains a …read more.

By HANNAH SCHUTTER Marketing Director, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts Do you have plans for Valentine’s Day? If not, come spend it at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts with two of country music’s rising stars. Kristy Lee Cook and John King will be performing; don’t miss out! [weaver_youtube nzscHkJcC9w rel=0] Cook kicked …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the following accidents: 7:20 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, East Pierceton Road and South CR 500E, Warsaw, Driver: Brenda S. Neace, 57, West Market Street, Pierceton. Hit Deer. Damage up to $2,500. 7:03 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, East CR 200N, south of North Biomet Drive, Warsaw. …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools A community luncheon celebration to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 19, at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College. There will be music, great food and activities appropriate for all ages. Special programs …read more.

Sarah Jeanette Harvuot, 96, of Warsaw, passed away at 1:07 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015, at her residence. Jeanette was born on March 27, 1918, in Claypool, to Ray L. Strayer and Melba Dawn (Shoemaker) Strayer. On April 22, 1939, she was married to William C. Harvuot, who passed away in 1980. She was …read more.

The Warsaw boys basketball team checks in at No. 17 this week in the Indiana Basketball Coaches Association Poll. The Tigers are 9-1 on the season and have won seven in a row. Their lone loss was a 60-59 setback last month at Homestead, who is rated No. 3 in this week’s statewide poll. Warsaw …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 5:51 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, 500 block South Franklin Street, Mentone. Holly R. Clabaugh reported the theft of a debit card. 8:59 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, 100 block South Seventh Street, Pierceton. An individual tried to commit suicide. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:37 a.m. Monday, Jan. 12, East US 30, west of South CR 250E, Warsaw. Driver: Ryan S. Ramsey, 33, William Drive, Winona Lake. Ramsey lost control of his vehicle on US 30, went off the road, down an embankment and overturned. Damage up …read more.

Dean Adkins, 66, of Pierceton, passed away at 8:50 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, At Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Born Dec. 16, 1948, to Randall Adkins and Lexie (Conn) Adkins in Martin, Ky. On May 29, 1976, he married Paula Sue Bailey in Lima, Ohio, who survives in Pierceton. He leaves behind six children: …read more.

Baby Anayah Kathleen Garman, stillborn daughter of Crista (Dipon) Garman and Jason Garman, passed away on Jan. 2, 2015. In addition to her parents, surviving is a brother: Rutlee Garman; paternal grandparents: Joyce and Fred Garman, Ephrata; maternal grandparents: Kathy Deck and Jeff Dippon. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, …read more.

Jack L. Britt, 61, of Warsaw, passed away at 2:53 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. He was born on Feb. 28, 1953, in Tazewell County, Va., to William Beverly Britt, Jr. and Maudie Magdaline (Murray) Britt. He served in the US Army. He moved from Goshen to Warsaw and resided in the area …read more.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook and special weather statement for portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. Snow coming up from the south is expected to overspread the area. Two to four inches of snow, possibly mixed with sleet and freezing rain, is expected to come down over the region …read more.

WARSAW – The Warsaw girls swim team wrapped up conference competition Saturday with a home loss to Concord. The guests won all but one event en route to a 130-55 win in the Northern Lakes Conference matchup. Warsaw’s lone individual win came from standout Brenna Morgan. She took first in the 50 freestyle with a …read more.

WARSAW – It was a record-setting day for the Warsaw boys swim team on Saturday. The hosts used a record performance from its 200 freestyle relay team as the highlight of defeating Concord 106-80 for a big Northern Lakes Conference win. The quartet of Matt Wildman, Spencer Davidson, Ethan Cook and Jayden Parrett produced the …read more.

MIDDLEBURY – Rebounding and playing defense are all about effort and toughness. The Warsaw girls basketball team exhibited plenty of both Saturday night to collect a huge Northern Lakes Conference road win. On a night where points were about as scarce as a warm summer breeze, the Tigers hit the boards and locked down defensively …read more.

KENDALLVILLE – The Warsaw wrestling team turned in an impressive performance Saturday in the East Noble Invitational. The Tigers got championship efforts from four individuals and finished as runner-up in the team standings. Host East Noble captured the team title with 215 points. Coach Justin Smith’s Tigers were right behind with 213.5 points. Leading the …read more.

Diana J. Engelhaupt, 51, Warsaw, Ind.,passed away at 5:05 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, in her residence. On Jan. 22, 1963, she was born in Deadwood, S.D. to Joseph A. and Virginia (Hindman) Engelhaupt. Diana graduated from Sundance High School in 1981 and then attended Sheridan Junior College, Sheridan, Wyo., earning her Associate’s Degree in …read more.

Janet M. Reuter, 65, East Steven Drive, Warsaw, suffered minor bleeding to the head and was transported to Kosciusko Community Hospital for treatment. The accident occurred at 3:31 p.m. Saturday, on South Country Club Road and East Pink Magnolia Drive, Warsaw. This was the second accident at that location, that day to have occurred by …read more.

Warsaw Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incident: 5:19 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 100 block of Orchard Drive, Warsaw. Report of fraud. 1:35 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 300 block of Detroit Street, Warsaw. A van was reported stolen while the owner was getting food from McDonald’s.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 4:53 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 10, 8 Square Road near EMS C27 Lane, Warsaw. Driver: James B. Klinefelter, 61, EMS C28B Lane, Warsaw. Klinefelter swerved to avoid striking a deer, slid off the road due to icy conditions and struck a mailbox. Damage up …read more.

It was 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, when the noise was heard that shook Michiana (see related map). From Warsaw to Nappanee, Goshen, North Manchester and even Sturgis, Mich. Those that heard the sound described it as being similar to the sound of an explosion, causing windows and homes to shake around the county and …read more.

Jay Pass, formerly of Warsaw, passed away 9:12 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2015 at I.U. Health Goshen Hospital in Goshen at the age of 60. He spent most of his life in Warsaw, but had also resided in Michigan and had most recently lived in Florida. Jay was a veteran of the U.S. Army and …read more.

Milford Officers with the Milford Police Department responded to the following accidents: 12:50 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, North SR 15, north of West CR 1350N, Milford. Driver: Harold E. Schmucker, 78, North CR 800W, Etna Green. Schmucker’s vehicle lost traction and hit the guardrail on the side of the road. Damage up to $10,000. 9:33 …read more.

Article by Dr. David Hoffert, Superintendent Warsaw Community Schools The start of the new calendar year and the holiday break for Warsaw Community Schools provided a time of both reflection and planning for the new year. Warsaw Community Schools’ mission is to inspire and equip all students to continuously acquire and apply knowledge and skills …read more.

By KELSEY MYERS Business Development Specialist, Kosciusko Community Hospital Kosciusko Community Hospital recently donated $2,500 to the Winona Lake Limitless Park Fund. The goal of the Winona Lake Limitless Park is to create a space for people of all ages and abilities to play together. This project aims to promote tourism to the area and …read more.

Pictured above is One Ten Craft Meatery owner Jason Brown (holding scissors) with One Ten’s Jennifer Keefer to his right and Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer to his left, surrounded by many community members. In the front row: Joni Truex, BAKFC and Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce ambassador; Tina Goon, Lake Area Promotional Specialities and Kosciusko Chamber …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 2:42 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, 2400 block West CR 250S Warsaw. Sara R. Vickery reported money stolen from her purse. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 1:35 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 300 block North Detroit Street, Warsaw. Trae …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 12:59 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9, North SR 19, north of West Hepton Road, Etna Green. Driver: Thomas M. Daniels, 22, South Paxton Drive, Warsaw. Daniels drove through a high drift of snow, lost control causing his vehicle to spin off the road and …read more.

If you haven’t already noticed, the roads in and around Kosciusko County are a little rough this morning. Kosciusko County is currently under a advisory level travel advisory, which means roads could be slick and snow covered. “With the wind they’re calling for today, I don’t see it getting any better,” says Ed Rock of …read more.

Thursday evening’s Kosciusko County Council meeting saw Robert Sanders retain his position as council president and councilman Jim Moyer slide into role of vice-president for 2015. Sanders opened the meeting by asking his fellow council members for nominations. Councilman Jon Graber cited Sanders’ and Moyer’s relationships in the area and past performance as reason for the …read more.

WARSAW – Warsaw senior defensive and midfield soccer standout Sam Allbritten has declared his intention to attend Hope College next year and play for the Flying Dutchmen. Allbritten, an Indiana Soccer Coaches Association All-State Honorable Mention player this year, was a 3-year starter after sitting out with an injury as a freshman, and the tough …read more.

Here is the entertainment listing for this weekend. To have an event added to either list, please email [email protected] with the what, when, where and cost. Warsaw Warsaw City Hall Art In Action – Black, White and Read – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Free admission. Teresa Smith’s unusual exhibit. Rex’s Rendezvous JFX – …read more.

The Jan. 8 meeting of the Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission saw the board approve the renewal, with violation, for Service Liquors East in Warsaw. The store drew a violation with three different charges from an incident in May of 2013. The three charges listed on the violation were sale to a minor, minor …read more.

The consumer finance site NerdWallet has released its annual study on the best cities and towns in Indiana for young families to live. Rankings were based on factors such as home affordability, education quality, prosperity and growth and family friendliness. According to the website, Fishers, Westfield and Granger are at the top of the list. …read more.

Kosciusko County Court Judgments Kosciusko County Court New Filings Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Snow and Sauerteig LLP v. Deborah J. Avery, Warsaw, $2,836.66 Terry A. Besson, Atwood, $749.54 Jeanine Bizzaro, South Bend, $5,313.87 Penny S. Blair, Warsaw, $5,104.58 Michelle Blakemore, …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 6:28 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, South SR 15, west CR 200S, Warsaw Driver: Scott H. Clark, 58, West Maple Lane, Claypool. Clark’s vehicle struck a fuel tank in the roadway, which fell off an unknown vehicle. Damage up to $5,000. 4:28 a.m. Thursday, …read more.

With temperatures sitting well below freezing, the city of Warsaw has established a warming center at Center Lake Pavilion in Central Park. The center will be open form 8 a.m to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, and Friday, Jan. 9. Anyone needing to get out of cold and wind is welcome to stop in …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the following accident: 5:54 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, East SR 14 and South County Farm Road, Silver Lake. Driver: Robert B. Harding, 38, North CR 100E, Milford. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department responded to the following accident: …read more.

South Bend police have arrested Roy Lee Walker, 49, on charges of murder, attempted murder and residential entry after he allegedly broke into several neighboring apartments at a complex on E. Calvert Street shooting and killing Robert Duke, 46, and Michelle Blankenship, 43, formerly of Warsaw. Police arrived at the scene shortly after 7 p.m. …read more.

The local sports schedule was pretty light Wednesday, and only got lighter with the snow and wind forcing a pair of events to go under. The Oregon-Davis at Triton girls basketball game was postponed from tonight to Saturday, Jan. 17. The JV game will begin at 2 p.m. with the varsity to follow. The Warsaw …read more.

One person was taken to Kosciusko Community Hospital with pain to the knee/lower leg/foot following an accident Wednesday. Flannery was injured in a two-vehicle accident at 1:14 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, at North Colfax Street, south of East Sheridan Street, Warsaw. According Warsaw Police Lisa M. Armey, 44, East Island View Drive, Warsaw, was southbound …read more.

Warsaw-Wayne Township Fire Protection Territory advisory board members took the oath of office Monday in the board’s first meeting of the year. Sworn in for another year’s term were Sheila Burner,  Joseph Streeter and Diane Quance. Gordon Nash was absent and will be sworn in at the February meeting. Shirley Fetrow was also appointed recording …read more.

Heather (back left) has lived in Warsaw with her husband Brian for over 7 years. They have two children, Claire and Jonah who currently attend Madison Elementary. (Photo by Alyssa Richardson) Warsaw Community School Board met yesterday evening for a yearly organization meeting of the board in order to swear in a newly elected board …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 11:16 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, East Mock Drive, Milford. Driver: Calyssa S. Arnett, 21, EMS D16A Lane, Syracuse. Arnett lost control of her vehicle on the snowy road while negotiating a curve, slid off of the road into a wooded area. Damage up …read more.

By TONY DOYLE Operations Divisions Chief, Multi-Township EMS This December, Multi-Township EMS recognized all first responders and dispatchers that assisted MTEMS on out of hospital cardiac arrest calls that survived. Claypool Fire, Mentone EMS, and Warsaw/Wayne Township Fire Territory along with four dispatchers at the Kosciusko County Central Dispatch were all given the awards. In 2014 MTEMS …read more.

Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert is pleased to announce Dirk Felger as the new Director of Maintenance, Buildings and Grounds for Warsaw Community Schools. Felger is a graduate of Warsaw Community High School and Ball State University. In his most recent position, he served as the maintenance director for Whitko Community Schools since 2001. He and …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools What to do in January in the winter cold and snow? How about join as at the Performing Arts Center for a Simon and Garfunkel Retrospective. At 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18 at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center, AJ Swearingen and Jonathan Beedle will perform this remarkable …read more.

BOURBON – The varsity teams had their turns Friday night, and Monday night, the junior varsity basketball teams from Triton and Warsaw met. Warsaw was able to jump out to a big lead in the girls game, taking a 35-7 lead at the half, to rout Triton 43-15. The Tiger boys also built a lead …read more.

WARSAW – Current Division II and three-time national champion water ski team, the Lake City Skiers, will host the 2016 Division II National Water Ski Show Championships at Hidden Lake in Warsaw. The team was awarded the bid by USA-Water Ski located in Polk City, Fla, to host the annual event. “We are thrilled to …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incident: 10:24 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 9100 block North CR 200E, Milford. Jessica DeLaCruz reported the theft of a purse and its contents. Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 12:41 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, 100 block Rattington Circle, Warsaw. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:54 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, East SR 14 and South County Farm Road, Silver Lake. Driver: Robert B. Harting, 38, North CR 100E, Milford. Hit deer. Damage up to $5,000. 3:50 a.m. Tusday, Jan. 6, North SR 19, south of West CR 1350N, …read more.

Rose A. Sims, 80, of Warsaw, passed away at 11:40 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, at Mason’s Health & Rehabilitation Center, Warsaw. She was born on May 3, 1934, in Wisner, Neb., to Edward C. Braun and Alta margarete Louise (Paasch) Braun. She was a 1951 graduate of Wisner High School. She married Gerald E. Sims on July …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 2:11 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4, West Main and South Franklin streets, Warsaw. Drivers: Corbin M. Peterson, 19, Roann, and Shirley J. Tatter, 81, Gilliam Drive South, Warsaw. Peterson reportedly did not see Tatter’s vehicle heading west on Main Street, and pulled out in …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Hall & Marose Silveus is the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce member of the month of January. Hall & Marose Silveus is a nationwide multi-lines insurance agency. If you have any insurance needs from auto to the most complex commercial policy, Hall & Marose …read more.

The first meeting of 2015 for the Warsaw Board of Public Works and Safety was short and to the point Monday morning. The three member board: Charles Smith, Jeff Grose and Mayor Joe Thallemer approved: Release of a mortgage with Warsaw Housing Authority executed by Susan and Jerry Holloway. Agreements with Pike Lake, Center Lake …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: 5:17 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4, West Lake Street and North Zimmer Road, Warsaw. Driver: Patrick C. Ragan, 26, East Old Road 30, Warsaw. Lost control on a patch of ice and struck a curb. Damage up to $2,500. 4:23 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4, …read more.

Keith A. Gunter, 48, of Warsaw, passed away at 11:05 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, at I.U. Health Goshen Hospital, Goshen. He was born June 17, 1966, in Warsaw to Richard Gunter and Joy (Leckrone) Gunter. He was a graduate 1984 graduate of Warsaw Community High School. On Sept. 4, 2004, he married Melissa M. Kubley in Warsaw. He lived …read more.

Azayla Dawn Marie Guerra, one month old infant daughter of Luis Guerra and Brandy Ann Marie (Adkins) Peconga, of Warsaw, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015, at Kosciusko Community Hospital, Warsaw. She was born Dec. 2, 2014, at Parkview Hospital of Columbia City. Also surviving is her brother: Kristopher Peconga, Warsaw; and grandparents: Ralph …read more.

By BETTY SWANSON Indiana Business Opportunity Partners Indiana Business Opportunity Partners, is a group of crafters and direct sales individuals who partner together to support local area charities. Their latest donation comes from the fourth annual Winter Wonderland Craft/Vendor Fair and Quarter Auction that was held on Nov. 8, 2014, at Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. The check …read more.

Ryan Paul Nicholas Rautenberg, 27, Warsaw, has been booked in the Kosciusko County Jail on felony charges of fleeing/resisting law enforcement and operating a vehicle while intoxicated following a report of a residential entry. At 1:12 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, Warsaw Police responded to a Market Street address for a subject breaking into the occupied …read more.

WARSAW – Saturday night, it was Nick Sands’ turn. In what has become a carousel of ‘who wants to lead in scoring’ for the Warsaw Tigers, Sands’ 17 points paced the home team in a 54-29 romp of LaPorte Saturday night at the Tiger Den. Sands was red hot right from the get-go and stayed …read more.

WARSAW – The unpredictable season that is Warsaw Lady Tiger basketball took another wild turn Saturday night. After an embarrassing loss to Triton Friday night, Warsaw responded with a 57-50 win against LaPorte Saturday night at the Tiger Den. Only scoring 27 points Friday night in Bourbon, Warsaw had that number at the half and …read more.

By JOE THALLEMER Mayor of Warsaw On behalf of our citizens, businesses, employers, and industry partners, it has been both a privilege and a blessing to lead our community as your mayor. It has also been an honor to lead a very dedicated staff of city employees. The past three years I have worked within …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 1:55 p.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 2501 Walton Blvd., Warsaw. Drivers: Audrey K. Lemons, 61, East Armstrong Road, Leesburg, and Janie K. Hearld, 62, West Wolf Road, Columbia City. Lemons reportedly attempted to turn from a southbound lane into a eastbound parking lane when she …read more.

BOURBON – There are plenty of times where games give fans, reporters and coaches plenty to talk about after the final buzzer. Then there are times when only coaches can best describe how to sum up a game. The latter was the case Friday night as Warsaw head coach Doug Ogle summed up how the …read more.

BOURBON – It was a blast from the past during the girls basketball game between Triton and Warsaw Friday night. Though it was a slow start for the Lady Trojans, Triton would take advantage of even slower night from Warsaw to claim a 42-27 victory over the Lady Tigers for the first time since 1986. …read more.

Warsaw and Triton basketball fans who can not make it to the game tonight will have two chances to watch it on television. The Warsaw at Triton boys game tonight will be shown on a tape-delayed basis by WHME-TV Channel 46. The game will be shown tonight at 11 p.m. and again tomorrow (Jan. 3) …read more.

UPDATE: According to officials at the scene, the incident was the result of a medical issue. The subject is being evaluated by EMS at the scene. Emergency personnel have been dispatched to 1100 block of E. 350 North in Warsaw for an accident involving at least one person.

By LIZ MCKINLEY Recreation Director, City of Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department An evening of special memories, dancing to music under the lights, delicious desserts and hor d’oeuvres and fun will be had at Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 at Central Park Pavilion in Warsaw. Each girl …read more.

June Huffman, 86, of Warsaw, passed away 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 in Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw. She was born Jan. 16, 1928 in Bremen to John and Mona (Dunnuck) Linn. On Dec. 1, 1948 in Benton, she was united in marriage to Marvin Huffman. Marvin preceded her in death on Oct. 22, 2012. …read more.

Kosciusko County Court New Filings Kosciusko County Court Judgments Small Claims The following small claim has been awarded in Kosciusko Superior Court III, Judge Joe V. Sutton presiding: Communitywide Federal Credit Union v. Shanda Myers, Warsaw, $2,963.44 Scott T. Nine, Yuma, Az., $5,713.96 Kody Popenfoose, Warsaw, $4,890.68 Alexis Potts, Warsaw, $4,890.68 Helvey and Associates v. …read more.

Kosciusko Officers with the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following incidents: 12:13 a.m. Friday, Jan. 2, 600 block North CR 1000E, Pierceton. Dale F. Hendrickson reported a cell phone stolen. 11:20 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 1, 300 Block East Williams Street, Milford. Eliza S. Vocke reported damage to her vehicle. 9:17 p.m Thursday, Jan. 1, …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following accidents: 10:08 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 1, North Warren Street, Warsaw. Driver: Kenneth W. Bell, 60, South Ray St., Atwood. Bell started backing from a parking space when his vehicle reversed quicker than he could apply his foot on the brake. His vehicle struck a parked …read more.